First Selectman's Office

Bernie Dennler

The First Selectman is the Chief Executive Officer of the town and is elected directly by the voters. The First Selectman adheres to the policies and budgets that have been established by the town and the various boards and commissions.

The First Selectman is a member of the Board of Selectmen which is responsible for setting policy, entering into contracts, appointing officials and certain board members, recommending budget transfers, and other oversight activities.

The duties of the First Selectman are set forth in Article III of the town charter.

You can email Bernie directly at bdennler@colchesterct.gov 

Staff ContactTitlePhoneEmail

First Selectman

860-537-7222

Executive Assistant

860-537-7220

Department Clerk

860-537-7223